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Mr Andaya said: “Sometimes patients can get a little bored in hospital. I hope my art brightens their day.”

His positive messages and artwork are inspired by the patients and their descriptions of beloved pets they’re missing during their time in hospital.

Mr Andaya received an NBT Hero Award, organised by Southmead Hospital Charity and was nominated by fellow staff for his cheerful attitude, productivity and his ability to boost patient morale through his creative drawings.